La General Hospital project to receive fresh funding – Akandoh

The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has disclosed that the government is taking steps to release funds for the ongoing reconstruction of the La General Hospital.

He said the second Interim Payment Certificate (IPC) for contractors working on the project has already been processed and forwarded to the Ministry of Finance for payment.

During a working visit to the project site with the Member of Parliament for La Dadekotopon, Rita Naa Odoley Sowah, some contractors raised concerns over delays in funding, which they said had slowed the pace of work.

Responding to their concerns, Mr. Akandoh assured the contractors that the government remains committed to the project and is working closely with the Ministry of Finance to ensure a smooth release of the funds.

“The second IPC has been raised, and we have forwarded it to the Ministry of Finance. We have done some follow-ups together with the Members of Parliament here, and the Ministry has assured us that it is committed to releasing the funds for this project,” he said.

The Minister expressed satisfaction with the level of work so far and commended the contractors for their patience and dedication despite the financial constraints. He noted that the return of workers to the site is an encouraging sign that the project is regaining momentum.

“I am happy that today, the workers are on site and are willing to make progress until payment is made,” Mr. Akandoh added.

He further assured residents of La and surrounding communities that the government would not abandon the project, expressing optimism that the new hospital would be completed within the next two years.

“If everything goes according to plan, we should be done in the next two years. We will ensure that the next budget makes adequate provision for this project. We are not going to abandon it; we will continue until it is fully completed,” he pledged.

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The La General Hospital, one of Accra’s key healthcare facilities, was demolished in 2020 after structural defects were detected. Its reconstruction has since been a major concern for residents and healthcare advocates, who have called for speedy completion to restore access to essential medical services in the area.